Nation Jul 08 Meteorologist breaks down storm system behind historic Texas flooding After the deadly flooding in Texas, there are questions about the weather forecasts and warning systems meant to save lives. Deema Zein spoke with meteorologist Matthew Cappucci of MyRadar.com about the origins of the storm and why it dumped so…
Nation Jun 07 The words of wisdom offered to the class of 2024 by commencement speakers Despite heightened tensions on many university campuses this year, it is still graduation season, and that means politicians, actors and members of the NewsHour family have been doling sage advice and encouragement to graduates around the country. Here are some…
Health Nov 22 What to know about treating Seasonal Affective Disorder While fall brings crisp, cool air and changing leaves, it also means a dip in the length of sunlight we see each day. As the daylight shortens, around 5 percent of U.S. adults begin to experience Seasonal Affective Disorder, or…
Education Jun 08 The life lessons commencement speakers have given this year’s graduates It's graduation season and that means politicians, actors and even NewsHour journalists are imparting sage advice and encouragement to college graduates around the country. Here are some of the life lessons this year's commencement speakers passed on 2023 grads.
Arts May 04 Ballerina uses her art to express solidarity with those fighting for rights in Iran Since anti-government protests erupted in Iran last year, people around the world have taken to social media to show their support. That includes an Iranian American ballerina who is tapping into her heritage and her art to express solidarity with…
Arts May 02 How this Iranian American ballerina is spotlighting social injustices in Iran Golden State Ballet principal dancer Tara Ghassemieh is used to taking command of the stage. But recently, the Iranian American ballerina has stepped into a new role: pacifist-activist.
Politics Apr 25 WATCH: What Biden’s decision to run again means for 2024 Join PBS NewsHour digital anchor Nicole Ellis and White House correspondent Laura Barrón-López as they walk through reaction to the announcement.
World Mar 24 Archive project explores Iraqi identity, trauma 20 years after U.S. invasion This week marks 20 years since the U.S. invasion of Iraq, and many are still piecing together what happened in those days and the years that followed. Researcher Sana Murrani joins Yasmeen Alamiri to discuss "Ruptured Domesticity," a project that…
Nation Feb 28 Why Seattle banned caste discrimination Nearly 5.4 million South Asians live in the U.S., most of whom trace their roots to Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan or Sri Lanka, according to the group South Asian Americans Leading Together. In many of these communities, a 3,000-year-old…
Politics Jul 29 The biggest takeaways from the first 8 Jan. 6 hearings Here are some highlights from each day of the first eight public hearings.